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Loch Katrine and Bealach nam Bo Guided Walk
Sail up Loch Katrine to Stronachlachair and walk back along the south side of the loch, over the high cattle route, back to the start. This nine mile (635m ascent) walk is suitable for people with reasonable fitness. Walking boots, waterproofs, packed lunch and drinks are all required.
C-N-Do Scotland Walking and Hiking Tours, Stirling
Wed 11 Sep
£42 (includes transport) / 01786 445703
- 08:45 – 18:00
Lochnagar Ascent
A full day on one of Scotland's highest mountains. Explore the natural history and management of 'Dark Lochnagar'. Hillwalking gear and a good level of fitness required. Booking is essential.
Spittal of Glen Muick Visitor Centre, Ballater
Sat 3 Aug
£10 / 013397 55059
- 09:30 – 17:30
Lomond Hills and Bishop Hill Guided Day Walk
A guided walk through the popular Fife range from Kinnesswood to Falkland.
C-N-Do Scotland Walking and Hiking Tours, Stirling
Wed 27 Nov
£35 (includes transport) / 01786 445703
- 08:00 – 18:00
Love Charing Cross Road
The literary and cultural hub that is Charing Cross Road gets its day in the spotlight as it plays host to a number of authors, musicians, crafters and other cultural purveyors for a weekend mini fest. The programme includes everything from ukulele workshops, to author talks, to film screenings, to book detectives who are…
Charing Cross Road, London
Sat 22 Jun
Times & prices vary
Sun 23 Jun
Times & prices vary
Luxury Badger Watch
Upmarket badger watching. Booking is essential.
Falls Of Clyde Nature Reserve, New Lanark
Thu 6 Jun
£25 / 01555 665262
- 19:00 – 22:30
Thu 4 Jul
£25 / 01555 665262
- 19:00 – 22:30
Thu 1 Aug
£25 / 01555 665262
- 19:00 – 22:30
Magical Midsummer Mobiles
Make a mobile using natural and recycled materials. All ages.
Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Sun 23 Jun
John Hope Gateway Centre
Free / 0131 248 2909
- 13:00 – 16:00
The Marie Curie Whole Hog
A six-mile adventure in aid of the charity involving cross-country racing, an army assault course, and a whole host of other demanding challenges, with a hog roast at the end to reward you.
Woodend Barn Arts Centre, Banchory
Sun 26 May
£35 or £105 per team of three; minimum sponsorship £100 per person or £300 per team of three / 0131 561 3963
- 12:00
Marvellous Moths
Enter the twilight world of these fascinating creatures.
Barnbrock Campsite, Near Lochwinnoch
Fri 30 Aug
Free / 01505 614791
- 19:30 – 21:30
Masterclass: Singing with Christine Brewer
Renowned soprano Christine Brewer works with singing students.
St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall
Tue 25 Jun
£7 (£5)
May Holiday Weekend: Focus on Forensics
Time to solve some crimes! Learn about analysing evidence, checking for blood and taking fingerprints in this May holiday weekend of detective work.
Glasgow Science Centre
Fri 24 May
Included in admission / 0141 420 5000
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sat 25 May
Included in admission / 0141 420 5000
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sun 26 May
Included in admission / 0141 420 5000
- 10:00 – 17:00
Mon 27 May
Included in admission / 0141 420 5000
- 10:00 – 17:00
A Meadow in the Making
Join the rangers and conservation team in this project to increase the wildflower population at Linn Park, one of the city's newest local nature reserves.
Linn Park, Glasgow
Tue 6 Aug
Free / 0141 287 8118
- 13:30 – 15:30
Meall Chuaich Hillwalk
Bag a Munro in this nine-mile guided walk departing from Stirling.
C-N-Do Scotland Walking and Hiking Tours, Stirling
Wed 22 May
£35 (including transport from and back to Stirling and a qualified guide) / 01786 445703
- 08:00 – 19:00
Medical Research Council Centenary Open week
More than 40 research institutes, units and centres are opening their doors to the public. Activities range from lab tours and talks to hands-on activities, games and exhibitions for all ages.
Various venues: Glasgow
Thu 20 Jun
Times vary
Part of Glasgow Science Festival.
Fri 21 Jun
Times vary
Part of Glasgow Science Festival.
Sat 22 Jun
Times vary
Part of Glasgow Science Festival.
Medieval Encaustic Tile-Making Workshop
Take inspiration from Melrose Abbey to make your very own Medieval Encaustic tile out of air-drying clay. Materials provided.
Harmony Garden, Melrose
Sun 16 Jun
Medieval Mayhem
Experience medieval life as this favourite family day out returns. Bring along your little lords and ladies to test their skills at hobby-horse jousting, foam sword fighting and teach them how to dress for battle. A day full of fun and games!
Caerlaverock Castle, Dumfries
Fri 26 Jul
Included in admission / 01387 770244
- 12:00
Sat 27 Jul
Included in admission / 01387 770244
- 12:00
Sun 28 Jul
Included in admission / 01387 770244
- 12:00
Meditation Today: Benefits and Fruits
Laurence Freeman OSB, Benedictine monk of the Congregation of Monte Oliveto, presents this two day workshop exploring the physical and psychological benefits of meditation.
Gillis Centre, Edinburgh
Sat 1 Jun
Islay Room
£135 for two days or £75 for one day / 0131 331 4469
Part of Edinburgh International Middle Eastern Spirituality and Peace Festival 2013.
- 09:30 – 17:00
Sun 2 Jun
Islay Room
£135 for two days or £75 for one day / 0131 331 4469
Part of Edinburgh International Middle Eastern Spirituality and Peace Festival 2013.
- 10:00 – 17:00
Meet Rachel Maclean
Rachel Maclean talks about her solo exhibition I HEART SCOTLAND and answers any questions you have. An Edinburgh Art Festival Art Late Event.
Edinburgh Printmakers
Thu 15 Aug
Free / 0131 557 2479
- 18:00 – 21:00
Meet the Brewer
An evening of ale tasting and insight into the brewing industry from an expert's point of view.
Clachaig Inn, Glencoe
Tue 28 May
£10 / 01855 811252
- 20:00
Meet the Species 2: Go Wild in the Glen
Wildlife and environment activities including everything under the sun, and more. Refreshments available.
Westquarter Community Wing, Falkirk
Sat 15 Jun
Free / 07939 816335
- 10:00 – 16:00
Members' Wine Club: Wines of Chile
Taste a selection of wines from famous wine regions of the world with experts. Find out what foods pair with different wines and help to select the Members Bar wine of the month.
Royal Festival Hall, London SE1
Tue 28 May
Members Bar
£35 Booking: £1.75 (Members £0.00) / 0844 875 0073
- 18:30
Members' Wine Club: Wines of Languedoc
Taste a selection of wines from famous wine regions of the world with experts. Find out what foods pair with different wines and help to select the Members Bar wine of the month.
Royal Festival Hall, London SE1
Tue 25 Jun
Members Bar
£35 Booking: £1.75 (Members £0.00) / 0844 875 0073
- 18:30
Merchant City Festival
Glasgow's swanky part of town continues to round together culture in its diverse festival. Previous years have seen comedy, theatre and art events cramming themselves into the area's fashionable buildings, while street performers add to the festival atmosphere.
Various venues, Glasgow
Wed 24 Jul
Times & prices vary / 0141 5526027
Thu 25 Jul
Times & prices vary / 0141 5526027
Fri 26 Jul
Times & prices vary / 0141 5526027
Midlothian Science Festival
The second Midlothian Science Festival, featuring a calendar of events for adults, children and families across Midlothian.
Midlothian
Sat 5 Oct
Times & prices vary
Sun 6 Oct
Times & prices vary
Mon 7 Oct
Times & prices vary
MIni-Beast Hunt
Bug-spotting fun for all the family. Booking is essential.
The Pineapple, Airth
Tue 21 May
Free / 01786 447504
Part of Scotland's Nature Festival.
- 11:00 – 13:00
Pollok Country Park, Glasgow
Tue 21 May
Free / 01786 447504
Part of Scotland's Nature Festival.
- 10:00 – 12:00
Mini Mammals
A fun morning out to search for the tiny animals that skitter around, hidden from view.
Blair Atholl, Pitlochry
Thu 15 Aug
£2
- 10:30 – 12:00


